Evaluation of integral having trigonometric functions

In summary, the conversation discusses using substitution to find the area of a triangle enclosed by the lines x=2, y=0, and y=x. The correct integration limits are found to be 0 and 1.5 for u and 0 and 0.5 for v, resulting in a correct answer of 1- sin(2)/2. The incorrect answer of 0.891024635191 was obtained by using a rectangle instead of a triangle in the substitution.
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Homework Statement
Evaluate ## \displaystyle\iint\limits_R \sin{(\frac{x+y}{2})} \cos{(\frac{x-y}{2})}dA,## where R is the triangle with vertices (0,0), (2,0) and (1,1).
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Hint: Use the change of variables ##u=\frac{x+y}{2}, v= \frac{x-y}{2}##
R is the triangle which area is enclosed by the line x=2, y=0 and y=x.
Let us try the substitution ##u = \frac{x+y}{2}, v=\frac{x-y}{2}, \rightarrow x=2u-y , y= x-2v \rightarrow x= 2u-x + 2v \therefore x= u +v##
## y=x-2v \rightarrow y=2u-y-2v, \therefore y=u- v## The sketch of triangle is as follows:
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But when we plot sin((x + y)/2)*cos((x-y)/2), we get the below graph:
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J(u,v)=|-2| = 2, So, now how to compute integration limits?
 
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I computed the answer as ## \displaystyle\int_0^{0.5}\displaystyle\int_0^{1.5} 2*sin(u)*cos(v)du dv = 0.891024635191 ## . But it is wrong. Correct answer provided is ## 1- \frac{sin(2)}{2} = 0.545351286587##

How is that? What is wrong with my answer?
 
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WMDhamnekar said:
I computed the answer as ## \displaystyle\int_0^{0.5}\displaystyle\int_0^{1.5} 2*sin(u)*cos(v)du dv = 0.891024635191 ## . But it is wrong. Correct answer provided is ## 1- \frac{sin(2)}{2} = 0.545351286587##

How is that? What is wrong with my answer?

How did you arrive at those limits? You started with a triangle in the [itex](x,y)[/itex] plane. Does it seem sensible that you would end up with a rectangle in the [itex](u,v)[/itex] plane?
 
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pasmith said:
How did you arrive at those limits? You started with a triangle in the [itex](x,y)[/itex] plane. Does it seem sensible that you would end up with a rectangle in the [itex](u,v)[/itex] plane?
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FAQ: Evaluation of integral having trigonometric functions

What is the purpose of evaluating integrals with trigonometric functions?

The purpose of evaluating integrals with trigonometric functions is to find the area under a curve that involves trigonometric functions. This can be useful in many applications, such as calculating the displacement of a moving object or the work done by a varying force.

What are the basic steps for evaluating an integral with trigonometric functions?

The basic steps for evaluating an integral with trigonometric functions are:
1. Identify the trigonometric function(s) present in the integral
2. Use trigonometric identities or substitution to simplify the integral
3. Evaluate the integral using standard integration techniques
4. Check your answer using differentiation or a graphing calculator

What are some common trigonometric identities used in evaluating integrals?

Some common trigonometric identities used in evaluating integrals include:
- The Pythagorean identities: sin^2(x) + cos^2(x) = 1 and tan^2(x) + 1 = sec^2(x)
- The double angle identities: sin(2x) = 2sin(x)cos(x) and cos(2x) = cos^2(x) - sin^2(x)
- The power-reducing identities: sin^2(x) = (1-cos(2x))/2 and cos^2(x) = (1+cos(2x))/2

What are some tips for solving tricky integrals involving trigonometric functions?

Some tips for solving tricky integrals involving trigonometric functions include:
- Trying different trigonometric identities or substitutions to simplify the integral
- Breaking the integral into smaller, more manageable parts
- Using symmetry to your advantage, such as integrating over only half the interval and then doubling the result
- Checking your answer using differentiation or a graphing calculator

Are there any special cases or exceptions when evaluating integrals with trigonometric functions?

Yes, there are a few special cases or exceptions when evaluating integrals with trigonometric functions. These include:
- When the integral involves trigonometric functions raised to odd powers, which may require a different approach or substitution
- When the integral involves trigonometric functions with different arguments, which may require the use of trigonometric identities
- When the integral involves trigonometric functions with complex arguments, which may require the use of complex numbers and Euler's formula

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